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Adam Sent on 02/07/2024Flawless from start to finish
From start to finish the wedding team at Hever defined professionalism in everything they do. Nothing was ever too much to ask and our day went off without a single issue. I couldn't recommend this venue enough, not just because of how incredible the venue itself is, but because it is supported by the most incredible team. Thank you again to Sarah, Nikki, Paul, Pavla and the rest of the team for making our day one we will look back on fondly for the rest of our lives.Hever Castle's reply:
Dear Adam,
Thank you for leaving us with such kind words, it was a pleasure to host your special day. We hope to welcome you back again in the future.
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Alan Sent on 15/09/2026Dream lakeside wedding
We had an unforgettable wedding at Hever castle. From getting ready in a Tudor themed lodge, holding a Chinese tea ceremony in the pavilion on the lakeside holding to the Italian Garden ceremony at the Loggia in the afternoon and wedding breakfast in the Guthrie pavilion. It felt like we got to travel to different time periods and parts of the world within the span of a day due to the variety on site.
The staff at Hever castle executed incredibly well and allowed us to relax and enjoy our big day with little admin to worry about.
We didn't hire a wedding co-ordinator and quickly found it required consideration of lots of small details to coordinate things like seating plans, dietary requirements, guestbook placements, vendor arrivals etc. but we and our families and friends felt the team at Hever Castle did an exceptional job accommodating our requests in the lead up and executing on the day.
The smallest hiccup was that we decorated the Pavilion for the tea ceremony ourselves and were told the team at Hever Castle would help us clear it up afterwards but that ended up our responsibility in the end. It didn't detract from the day being incredible and we simply took down the decorations the day after, but do make sure to clarify administrative details if you're bringing your own decor for the venue.
Overall, we couldn't really fault anything from our experience, the venue was perfect, the team were kind, friendly and a joy to work with, the food was incredible and we were blessed with good weather on the day.
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Bee Sent on 03/02/2026
Would not recommend
We chose Hever because of all the good reviews but unfortunately having had my previous review of Hever taken down I know why there are only good reviews up.
We had multiple things go wrong on the lead up to our day that were not addressed by anyone at Hever when raised. Multiple things went wrong with our day such as items on the event sheet not being followed. We have found Hever's wedding teams' professionalism lacking.
It took 6 weeks to even have our complaint acknowledged after our wedding despite it being sent to the correct person. I'm extremely disappointed with the service especially with the way that Hever responded to mistakes made by them. Everyone makes mistakes and has off days but it tells you a lot about a place by their response.
I would say Hever was not value for money as in hindsight I would have paid money to not experience the day that I had at Hever.
The photos were fab though!
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Jane Sent on 28/12/2025Our Wedding November 2025
We had the most magical wedding at Hever Castle! I can’t fault anything! The venue is stunning and the staff are amazing. Everything went smoothly and I was in constant contact with our wedding coordinator, Sarah, up to and on the day of our wedding. The food was fantastic. It was decorated for Christmas and that was our wedding theme and we didn’t need to add much decoration as it looked so lovely already. All our guests gave such great feedback and many said it had been the best wedding they had been too! All the staff were so friendly and nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend this as a wedding venue, you will not be disappointed! I’m just sad I can’t do it all again! Though we are going back to stay on our first wedding anniversary!! -
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Chloe Sent on 09/10/2025Fairytale venue
Hever is quite possibly the most amazing venue you could ask for
Everything was perfectly executed and you get what you pay for. I quite literally had the fairytale wedding that every girl dreams of, and hever made that possible. I had no trouble getting in contact with my coordinator, the new catering team are beyond perfect and nothing was too big or too small for them. Everything that I needed, I had. Anything that they could do to help me, they did. I cannot fault them. Quite honestly, I would recommend them to anybody. If you have dreams of getting married at a castle, pick this one. My pictures are going to look insane! -
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Wing Sent on 21/08/2025A Fairytale Wedding at Hever Castle
We are so incredibly grateful to the amazing team at Hever Castle for making our wedding day such a magical and unforgettable experience.
From the start, they welcomed us for multiple visits so we could really get to know the venue and picture how everything would come together. They were so helpful in walking us through the space, answering all our questions, and coordinating all the details for the big day. Their communication was always prompt, professional, and warm – nothing ever felt like too much trouble.
The venue itself is absolutely stunning. So many of our guests told us afterwards that the castle was one of the most unforgettable parts of the day. It created such a romantic and intimate atmosphere, and we truly believe it’s the perfect place for couples who are looking for a special and meaningful wedding. You don’t even need too much decoration – the setting speaks for itself.
On the wedding day, the Hever Castle team was wonderful. There were so many staff on hand to support us and make sure things ran smoothly. Our guests were well taken care of, and we felt completely supported throughout. It really helped take the pressure off and allowed us to relax and enjoy every moment.
Hever Castle will always hold a special place in our hearts. We’re already looking forward to returning in the future to relive the memories of what truly was one of the most meaningful and beautiful days of our lives.
Highly recommend this incredible venue to any couple looking for something truly magical. -
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Karen Sent on 24/07/2025Dream Wedding at a Timeless Castle (I'm Still Pinching Myself!)
Hever Castle and its exceptional Events staff gave me some of the most beautiful moments of my life, and I will forever be grateful. I strongly recommend you choose this venue for your dream wedding.
I've been obsessed with Tudor history since I was a child, so getting married at the castle where TWO Annes who carved their way in Henrician England resided... I can't even begin to describe how wondrous it was to know that Hever offered wedding packages. Before I wax poetic, I'll share the key highlights.
The Events Staff: This was the dream team who took such good care of all of us! They truly made magic happen. I was a bride coordinating the festivities from the U.S., and despite the time zone differences, my event coordinators Sherry and Emily were so accommodating, warm, and friendly. I commend them especially for their prompt responses to ALL my questions (and I had so many). They really helped me with getting this wedding together. Thanks to the suppliers recommendation list they'd compiled, I truly had a fantastic group of vendors collaborating to make the wedding day as seamless and fun as possible.
The day of the wedding, Paul was our coordinator, and he was an absolute legend. He was so thoughtful, and he skillfully wrangled a crowd of wandering guests and family members to ensure that we could stick to the schedule as much as possible. Paul and the day-of Events staff took a load off my mind in making sure the day flowed- all I had to do was put on my makeup, walk down the aisle, and then party on the lawns. After the party, they stayed up until it was nearly sunrise to clean, and *then* we saw them up and early to serve breakfast in the morning! The Events Staff at Hever are the crown jewel of this place--they will move mountains for you.
The Grounds: Looking for a wedding theme? The castle and the grounds are absolutely a theme in themselves. There are so many sights to explore across age ranges, and all of our guests had fabulous adventures leading up to the wedding. There's so much to do, which lifted any concerns of keeping our loved ones entertained.
Food: Thanks to Hever's Food & Drink staff, the menu was fantastic. The menus change depending on the season, and we had the chance to choose delicious courses for ALL our guests. I have friends who still dream of the chocolate fondant. I especially recommend Hever if you've guests with dietary restrictions - they will go the extra mile, reaching out to recommend the yummiest selections for people with more severe allergies.
B&B: I adore the facilities at Hever- the rooms were spotless, and we lucked out with gorgeous weather the day of the wedding. Before I forget, my parent guests wanted to commend the B&B staff for making their rooms as safe for infants as possible (such as empty drawers, no sharp edges within reach). The morning after the wedding, we were impacted by transportation emergencies, and the staff were so accommodating, helping us sort through things even after checkout so we wouldn't leave flustered in the rush.
(An extra thank you to the B&B staff for walking all over with us to drop off gift bags at every room for our guests. Their kindness and courtesy made us feel a lot more at home and cheerful during a time of high-intensity logistical anxiety.)
Pricing: You get a very reasonable package for a Castle wedding, which includes food and drink. We had nearly 60 guests for the wedding and decided to book all the B&B rooms as well as Medley Court (the cottage by the B&B) - you can't imagine how convenient it is for breakfast to be settled for everyone the morning after the wedding before checkout. If you wish for a residential bar, add-ons can be easily sorted in advance with the Events team.
Thanks to the hard work of everyone at Hever, we had the best destination wedding we could've ever asked for. I couldn't recommend the place and the people enough for your big day. -
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Gabriella Sent on 10/07/2025Dream Wedding
We absolutely adored our wedding at Hever Castle! The venue was stunning, the food was divine and the people were so easy to work with! We used Be My Love planners to help plan our wedding and the team at Hever Castle worked with them seamlessly. The whole day went perfectly and we can’t be more thankful for such a lovely venue and staff. -
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Lisa Sent on 09/03/2025"The best wedding ever!"
When Googling castle wedding venues in the UK, Hever popped up at the top of my search. Being that it was already my favourite place on earth from a previous visit, at once it became the ONLY place I wanted for my dream wedding! I called Hever's events department for details, and once my groom was on board (which was immediately), the year-long wedding planning began! Sherry was my most wonderful, most patient, most helpful coordinator, and amongst many initial suggestions, she mentioned that if we chose a date in January, the venue is closed to the public for the month, so we could have the castle to ourselves, all day, for our wedding! That sounded divine! So the planning began. My whole group, including myself, was coming from the US, and most of us don't drive in the UK, so we faced all sorts of logistical hurdles to attending a wedding in a remote part of England. But Sherry helped me every step of the way. Our big group of Yanks ended up filling the Hever B&B for two nights, so we enjoyed a full weekend at Hever, and our wedding day itself was not rushed.
I selected my fantastic vendors from Hever's recommended suppliers list (which is useful for someone who lives abroad.) Every single person who worked with me along the planning stage was a dream! Hever's catering team, their florist Pamela, Ginny in the gift shop, and my fabulous suppliers, were all GREAT! For the entire wedding weekend, the operations team, lead by Nicky, was impeccable! Everything was PERFECT! The food was delicious, the service flawless, the ceremony and receptions (before and after "wedding breakfast") went smoothly, without a hitch; they even let us cut our cake in the drawing room and have a sparkler moment in front of the castle! Our ceremony was in the Inner Hall, we dined in the Great Hall, and did our evening reception in the beautiful Tudor Suite of the Astor Wing. It was beyond magical. My guests told me that it was the "best wedding ever", and I have to agree! It was a dream come true. Thank you to everyone at Hever for making our weekend adventure something to remember FOREVER! -
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Kaitlyn Sent on 30/06/2023
From planning to perfection!
It is not an easy task to plan a wedding from thousands of miles away and during a pandemic. That being said, if there was ever a place that could do it, it is Hever Castle.
While the grounds and castle may tempt you to book already, the incredible kindness and care of Kate and her staff made our wedding at Hever a truly magical, once in a lifetime experience for us.
For two years, we worked through all the details with Kate, who never once seemed perturbed by our questions and took the time to care for every small detail - even if it was a year plus before our wedding would actually take place.
Throughout the whole process, Hever was incredibly transparent and helped us figure out all the details to bring together an experience that was even better than we envisioned.
When it came to the wedding day, Hever’s incredible staff treated our guests like family and took care to cater to their every need, all while being pleasant as can be.
On top of the fantastic service and attentiveness, the food was as delicious as any Michelin Star restaurant. They even got our picky family members to try new foods.
We cannot thank Kate, Faye, and all the incredible staff at Hever for making our dream a reality. Hever will always be our home away from home and we hope to make it back as much as we possibly can! -
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